The Buzz: April at Freelancers Union

Get Paid, Not Played!
Have you ever had trouble getting a client to pay? Over 77% of freelancers have, so we’ve launched a new web page dedicated to the effort to pass legislation protecting independent workers from deadbeat companies. Add your name to the campaign, and join us on our April 12 strategy phone call as we take the campaign to the next level!

Health Care Reform and You
The bill is signed into law, but how does it affect independent workers? Founder and Executive Director Sara Horowitz answers your questions about how health care reform affects you and speaks to Fox Business about how the new law helps freelancers and about what steps still need to be taken.

Organize to End Unpaid Wages

Ever had trouble getting a client to pay?
Tomorrow and next week we're having meetings to organize freelancers against unpaid wages.
Over 77% of our members have had payment delayed or denied within the last year. That needs to stop—but we need your help to end it.
Join us at our upcoming Unpaid Wages Organizing Meeting in your neighborhood.

Rockland Co. Event- April 1st
Westchester Co. Event- April 6th
Nassau Co. Event- April 7th
Suffolk Co. and Upstate Webinar- April 8th

Together we can hold companies' feet to the fire.

RSVP to your local meeting today.

Let's get paid,

In-Person Seminar: Build Your Marketing Machine

If one of your New Year's resolutions is to grow your business and get new clients, you’ll need a strategy and a marketing plan. Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn which are the most effective, and least expensive, marketing tools for freelancers.
When: Wednesday, January 20, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Where: Empire Building, 15 Metro Tech Center, Brooklyn, NY
Price: $30 Freelancers Union members, $40 non-members

Special Offer: All seminar attendees have the opportunity to purchase the print version of the 2010 Marketing Plan + Calendar at the discounted rate of $20. If you are interested, when registering select the price that includes the calendar.

Register online now

Bookkeeping Basics

Online Seminar:  

Start the new year off right by getting your business in tip-top shape. Instead of keeping a shoebox full of receipts, sign up now for this online seminar to learn how to track and organize your business expenses and income.
When: Wednesday, January 13, 7:00 - 8:30 pm EST
Where: Your computer and phone
Price: $30 Freelancers Union members, $40 non-members

Register online now

IN-PERSON SEMINAR – Master Your Money Moves 101 & 201

 




Effectively handling your finances is key for independent workers. To hunker down and create that spending plan you know you need, sign up for our October 14 or 28 seminars, Master Your Money Moves 101 (or 201, for in-depth details on investment and retirement matters).

Register online now

Freelancers Union NETWORKING EVENT

 





NETWORKING EVENT

It’s getting cold outside, so come on in to Stout on October 7 to warm up by networking the night away. Our fall mixer is a must for those who want to meet other creative, entrepreneurial folks and have the opportunity to make a few connections to help you get your next gig.

WHEN: Wednesday, October 7, 6:30 - 8:30 pm

WHERE: Stout, 133 West 33rd Street, Manhattan

PRICE: $11 (Includes 1 drink + gratuity, cash bar thereafter)

*All proceeds from the event will go to Freelancers Union Political Action Committee to help us promote freelancer issues. Contributions are not tax-deductible.

Register online now